Overview

Orland Bishop is a remarkable man who has combined extensive study of medicine, naturopathy, psychology and indigenous cosmologies with a deep dedication to human rights, Founder of the ShadeTree foundation which works with at-risk young people in Los Angeles, Bishop's primary work is around supporting individuals to be open to the higher purpose of their lives. In this fascinating book he reveals the influences on his life and work, in particular the spiritual tradition of African Gnosis, and significant individuals from the history of the African experience in America. Drawing on anthroposophy and other spiritual traditions, he explores the nature of the soul journey, and the quest for community and prosperity.

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9781584209645

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I am not even all the way through this book and already I feel an embedded sense of protection/isolation loosen its grip. Orland's journey is an opening to the promise of initiation through living our relatedness to others across species, gender, race and class. --Joan Jaeckel (review on Amazon)

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Orland Bishop is the founder and director of ShadeTree Multicultural Foundation in Los Angeles, USA, where he has pioneered new approaches to creating urban truces and youth mentorship. ShadeTree serves as an intentional community of mentors, elders, teachers, artists, healers and advocates for the healthy development of children and youth

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